Oxford Eagle flood notes and court items from 1897 edition
The Oxford Eagle reports on Mississippi flood relief and levee strain, Mississippi Supreme Court tax ruling on state cotton, a Texas cyclone, and political moves. It notes the U S District Court convening in Aberdeen, a grants tomb dedication, body of news from Jackson, and statements on postmaster terms. Georgia justice on husband killers and a new weekly law journal in Jackson are mentioned alongside betting on Corbett and Fitzsimmons.
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Jackson
Supreme Court
Supreme
Prominent Mississippi Leaders Honored Despite Flood Crisis
The Mississippi region hails Edward R. Freeman for rapid Navy progress and notes Governor McLaurin’s decisive flood response. The Aberdeen Farmer and Vicksburg Commercial Herald praise his shore duty assignment while urging support for relief efforts as floods threaten life and property. Dr King’s New Life Pills are advertised with claims of health benefits and guarantees.
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Mississippi
United States Navy
Edward Rk. Freeman
Freeman
Walthall
Annapolis
Navy Department
Aberdeen Fanner
Vicksburg Commercial Herald
MelLauria
Commercial Herald
Board of Control
McLaurin
Thomas Moore
Chilton's Pills Claim Cure All for Consumption
An advertisement touts Chilton's Pills as a universal cure for consumption and promotes Shhiloh's Cure as a great cough remedy. The copy asserts the products can cure the disease and presents strong claims without evidence.
Salesman Wanted In Oil Line At Cleveland Firms
Male help wanted for sales positions at Jewen Berrsie Co and ATLAsTic Relxixe Co in Cleveland Ohio. Ads promise liberal terms and commissions to reliable men selling lubricating oils greases and related products. Also notes opportunity for proper party and salary or commission.
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Jewen Berrsie Co
Cleveland
Ohio
Atlastic Relxixe Co
Castoria and insect extermination notice
Advertisement note urging readers to send for Watson and Earl to ex terminate bugs at home. Mentions Shilohs Cure for croup and relief claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watson & Earl
Mississippians in Arkansas praised for political and professional impact
The Mississippi correspondent of the Picayune recalls notable Mississippi-born or -descended figures shaping Arkansas politics and law. General T. C. Hindman, J. K. Jones, John E. Rogers, Governor James P. Eagle, W. E. Hemingway, Jas. P. Clarke, Edgar Bryant, S. P. Taylor, Woodville E. Thompson, Junius Jordan, and KR Parham are highlighted for their service and influence in Arkansas. The piece extols Mississippi heritage and declares Arkansans respect their character and achievements.
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Mississippi
The
Picayune
Josiah H. Shinn
Arkansas
Arkanus
T. C. Hindman
Helena
Congress
J. K. Jones
Ovxford
Danville
Fort Smith
Speaker Reed
J. W. Parker
United States Court For
Western District of Arkansas
Rogers
Senate
United States
James P. Eagle
Mississippi College
Clintom
Eagle
W. E. Hemmingway
Supreme Court
Little Rock
Jas. P. Clarke
Yazoo City
General Assembly
National Capitol
Edgar Bryant
Coffeeville
S. P. Taylor
Pine Bills
Verona
Woodville E. Thompson
Wood Thompson
Junius Jordan
Althow
Columbus
Oxford
Arkosos
KR. H. Parham
Lith Rock
Anefer
Rives
Helena Sepols
W. Espence
Montiejo
Arkanas
Hnor
Shig
Mississppian
Dr Kings New Discovery Free Trial Offer
Those who used Dr Kings New Discovery know its value and those who have not may try it free. Send name and address to H E Bucklen Chicago for a sample box of Dr Kings New Life Pills and a Guide to Health. Guaranteed to do good at no cost. Shiloh stores refund purchase price if it fails to cure.
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H. E. Bucklen & Co
Chicago
Dr. King
R. R. Chilton & Co
H. E. Bucklen &O
RB. R. Chilton & Co
County agents canvass for useful information book
J F Willis E M Chicoat W M Summers R B Lee and J M Morgan tour the county promoting a complete compilation of useful information described as the most useful and cheapest book offered to the public. Willis seeks a few more agents. address Oxford P O. A baby with croup was treated by Shilohs Cure says Mrs J B Martin of Huntsville Alabama.
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J. F. Willis
E. M. Chicoat
W. M. Summers
R. B. Lee
J. M. Morgan
Oxford
P.O
Shiloh
J. B. Martin
Huntsville, Alz
The St Louis Republic Adopts New Home News Plan
The St Louis Republic announces a shift to more authentic home news with twice weekly mail distribution. An advertisement promotes Karl’s Clover Root Tea claiming cures for diseased blood constipation and kidney liver and bowel troubles.
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St. Louis Republic
Karl
Stand Up For Your Town and Home Business
A Brandon News item urges residents to support local businesses and read the home paper. It stresses standing up for legitimate commerce, avoiding cynics, and maintaining community spirit, urging readers to back local vendors and refrain from excessive reliance on big dailies. It also includes a note on constipation remedies and a summer diarrhoea cure recommendation.
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Brandon News
Kernel
Kalline
Local editor meets reader demands amid quirky chatter
In a lively exchange, a reader presses for obituaries, reprints, and multiple copies while requesting upcoming society notes. The editor agrees to print the obituary and future items, hinting at a busy spring with millinery sales and new fashion ties at Mrs Jones & Harcom.
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Pubfisher
Bost
March
Washington
All
Mississippi Dental Association
Hob Clackwell
Marine Hospital
Tehula Miss
John L. Sullivan
Fitzsimmons
Supreme Court of Mississippi
Texas
Grant
New York
Corbett
Georgia
Nobles
Jeffersonville
United States District Court For
Eastern Division
Northern District of
Aberdeen
Gary
Atchison Globe
Chilton’s
Castoria
Croup
Watson & Earl's
South St
Cumberland Charck
Pierce
Doctor Pierce
Common Sense
Willis’ Cyclop Idea
Ness
Chilton
IND Angs
Rae
Lie
Or— Lilliian
Castorta
Oxford Mercantile Co
Springsend
Cumberland Church
Bucklen
EB. R. Chilton & Co
BB Worden
Buffaloe Bros
Harkins & Matthews
Pros
R. A. Crouch
Osford
Miss
Sses
Lewis &Kickee
Hinaware
Geassware
Twee
Ggeaniteware
Ash
Tte
Deeks
Ete Beends
Ploulding
Kimble’s Market
Freudenberg Old Stand
Ford
W . W. Kimble
W.T. Wallace
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